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The Generalist Advantage: Essentials Course Fall 2025

• Fridays, Sept. 26-Nov. 14

• Mondays, Sept. 29-Nov. 17

just for Generalists

If you have found your way to this page you are a Generalist in need and ready to take the next step to understand your unique value, narrative, and career plan. This course is a pragmatic, cost-effective approach for Generalists seeking to transform their self-awareness, confidence, and career.

 

Essentials Course Overview

Led by certified coaches who are also experienced Generalists, this course combines pre-session videos, six 90-minute virtual group sessions with three 1:1 coaching sessions on course topics, career questions, and/or leadership challenges. Pre-work, new content, and opportunities for discussion, practice, and reflection are included. We celebrate accomplishments and lock in new connections at the end of the experience.

Objectives

• Understand, embrace, and ground in Generalist attributes & individual strengths

• Develop your narrative and confidently communicate your value as a Generalist 

• Investigate your career plan, including understanding the conditions for success that are unique to Generalists

• Build community and network with other Generalists

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The Details- Times, Fee & Form

• Cohort 1: Fridays 9:30-11amET; Start Sept. 26 and Conclude Nov. 14; 1:1 coaching as schechedukled

• Cohort 2: Mondays 11:30am-1pmET; Start Sept. 29 and Conclude Nov. 17; 1:1 coaching as scheduled

• Fee: $2,000 ($1,950 if paid with check/cash)

• Interest Form: Link 

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Coaches

This course will be co-lead by certified coaches Siobhán O’Riordan & Erin J. Cox. 

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Sessions​​​​​​

1. Pre-Work - Complete CliftonStrengths assessment and view Case and Overview videos

2. Start With Strengths - Understand why Generalists are needed but often not understood; how a strengths-based approach is essential for Generalists; and your unique strengths.

3. Curiosity & Creative Connections Advantage - Understand the key characteristics Generalists can self-direct and use.

4. Narrative Development - Develop a narrative that communicates your value as a Generalist and ensures credits for your accomplishments.

5. 1:1 Coaching Session

6. Context: Power & Pitfalls - Understand the power, pitfalls, and place of the Generalist, including how to vet the environment, customize roles, and assess performance.

7. Development & Growth - Identify areas for your professional focus and growth. Create career direction.

8. 1:1 Coaching Session

9. Network & Celebration - Practice networking and strengthen your new connections.

10. 1:1 Coaching Session 

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